Madame Butterfly (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1915, Madame Butterfly is a drama film directed by Sidney Olcott, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a Japanese woman and the tragedy that ensues when she loves an American naval officer.
Who’s in it. Madame Butterfly stars Mary Pickford as Cho-Cho-San, Marshall Neilan as Lt. Pinkerton, Olive West as Suzuki and Jane Hall as Adelaide, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Madame Butterfly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Madame Butterfly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Madame Butterfly tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Madame Butterfly (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madame Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Madame Butterfly worth watching?
- Madame Butterfly holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Madame Butterfly?
- Madame Butterfly stars Mary Pickford, Marshall Neilan, Olive West, Jane Hall and Lawrence Wood.
- When was Madame Butterfly released?
- Madame Butterfly was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.